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Addressing challenges and facilitating universal health care in Djibouti's urban and rural areas
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Meeting the health care needs of Djibouti’s citizens in both concentrated urban areas and diffuse rural populations has led to differentiated policies based on region. To achieve the goal of universal coverage, the government of President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh has committed itself to improving health care access in the inner regions, providing care to vulnerable populations and boosting coordination…

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Djibouti to capitalise on recent tourism industry accolades, with plans to improve accessibility
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Ideally situated along the Red Sea at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe, Djibouti benefits from its reputation as a stable country in the Horn of Africa. With the launch of new promotional campaigns and its popular “Djibeauty” slogan, the country has continued to garner positive attention from international media outlets in recent years. For instance, Djibouti ranked fourth in travel…

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Affordable housing remains a critical component of Djibouti's development plans
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In an effort to utilise sustained economic growth to improve the living conditions its population, the authorities have sought to overhaul the country’s real estate sector. Over recent years the lion’s share of investment has flowed into critical infrastructure development. These projects are necessary for the consolidation of the country’s position as a international logistics centre. However,…

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Major logistics infrastructure, a new free trade zone and industrial parks fuel economic expansion in Djibouti
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As Djibouti establishes itself as a leading centre of international logistics, large investment volumes have been stimulating construction activity, notably in transportation and energy. In particular, port expansion, road development and the establishment of new power stations are expected to drive sectoral growth and support the development of the overall economy. In addition, the need to…

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As global urban populations undergo rapid growth, planners strive to create more efficient spaces
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In 2008, for the first time in history, more than half of humanity was living in urban areas. Perhaps the most remarkable observation about this trend is the speed at which it has happened: as recently as 1900 urban areas accounted for 13% of the global population. Towns and cities are seen as the crucibles of opportunity for many rural dwellers. The UN estimates that by 2030 urban areas will…

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Blockchain technology to revolutionise global trade and provide opportunities for the developing world
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Blockchain – the distributed-ledger technology that underpins cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin – appears set to transform a wide variety of industries and perhaps fundamentally change the way business is conducted across the global economy. While the technology is still taking off, and not everyone is convinced about its potential, many emerging markets are hoping that it will allow them…

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Global and local stakeholders to leverage Djibouti’s unique position to develop ICT
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A strategic geographical position in the crossroads of global internet connections has set Djibouti up with a unique opportunity to serve as an ICT gateway between the major regions of the world. Although the telecoms sector remains largely dominated by state-run operator Djibouti Telecom, it has nonetheless received sustained investment in mobile networks, submarine cable connections and infrastructural…

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A global nexus: Regulatory reform and an ambitious national development programme further connect the country with global trade flows
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Located at a juncture point between Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Djibouti’s geography has become its principal economic advantage. Easy access to international trade routes via the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea, as well as its border with fast-growing yet landlocked Ethiopia, make it an ideal continental hub to transport goods. New ports, railway links and road improvement projects are being…

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At a crossroads: A strategic location and relative stability are key to prosperity
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A key entryway to the Horn of Africa, Djibouti’s strategic location at the confluence of the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, combined with its historic links to Europe, the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa and Asia, make it a unique crossroads for international culture and trade. A country of diverse traditions and landscapes, Djibouti is very much centred around the port city from which it derives…

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A modern approach: Regulatory reforms and digitalisation to boost penetration rates
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Djibouti’s economic growth, based to a large degree on capital investment in infrastructure development and logistics, has been underscoring the expansion of its banking system. Since liberalisation of the sector in 2006 a number of new financial institutions have set up shop in the country, hoping to take advantage of its growing role as a regional transport and financial hub. With a population…